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Arlington, Texas
Arlington (pop. 330,000) was established in 1845 as a trading post. The area later grew into a farming community and is now a technology center.
River Legacy Living Science Center
The center, constructed of recycled and recyclable construction materials, is designed to blend in with its natural setting.Interactive exhibits, educational programs, and animal rehabilitation compounds, all serve to provide education on biodiversity, ecology and the environment and develop a better appreciation for nature.
Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas is a theme park featuring areas which represent Texas under the flags of the Confederated States of America, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, Spain, and the United States. Rides, shows, games, and cuisine are all part of the experience.
Antique Sewing Machine Museum (closed)
ATTRACTION IS PERMANENTLY CLOSED.The museum features 150 sewing machines, the oldest being an 1853 Wheller and Wilson. As well as the machines, there are also exhibits on sewing and sewing tools.
Ameriquest Field (formerly the Ballpark in Arlington)
Ameriquest Field is home to the Texas Rangers baseball team. The stadium seats just over 49,000 and features a baseball museum and a children's learning center.
Legends of the Game Baseball Museum (closed)
ATTRACTION IS CLOSED.The museum displays baseball related items, some of which date back to the late 1800's. The collection includes bats, jerseys, cards, trophies and photos.
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
This water theme park covers 47 acres and features 10 different entertainment areas with pools, waterslides, and games.
Chisholm Trail
The Chisholm Trail was one of the major cattle routes which linked Texas to areas east of the Mississippi. The civil war had led to a shortage of cattle in that part of the country. Texas on the other hand had an abundance of cattle, herds of wild longhorns left untended during the war had multiplied by the millions.Joseph McCoy marked out the Chisholm trail, which developed as a major longhorn cattle route.
Sabinal Canyon Museum, Utopia, Texas
In the small town of Utopia (pop. 360) is the Sabinal Canyon Museum which displays pioneer items, Indian artifact, fossils, rocks and minerals from the Sabinal River Canyon. There is also an exhibit featuring WWII memorabilia.
Tyler, Texas
Tyler (pop. 83,500) is an oil and agriculture based town. It is also known for it's roses and the Texas Rose Festival held annually in October. The town is home to Texas College, University of Texas at Tyler, and Tyler Junior College.
Caldwell Zoo
The zoo features animals from North and South America, and East Africa. There is also a children's petting corral and picnic areas.
Discovery Science Place
The center offers hands on exhibits for children which illustrate science concepts.
Goodman Museum
Housed in an 1859 home, the museum features early dental and medical tools and medicines, and antique furniture.
Van Area Oil and Historical Museum, Van
The museum displays an oil derrick on its grounds and features other oil related items.
Whitaker-McClendon House
The house, with a strong Eastlake and Italianate influence, was built in 1880 and modified in 1910. The interior contains furnishings from the 1860's.
Harrold's Model Train Museum
The museum displays more than 1,700 pieces of model trains set in various scenery.
Texarkana, Texas
Located on the Texas-Arkansas border, what appears to be one city is actually two separate municipalities. Of note in the city is a Scott Joplin mural and Third and Main Streets.
Regional Arts Center
Located in the 1909 U.S. District Courthouse, the Regional Arts Center features changing visual arts displays.
St Jo, Texas
The town, founded in 1856, was an important stop on the Chisholm Trail, where it intersected with the California Road.
Stonewall Saloon Museum
This restored saloon offers displays on the history of the area and the era of cattle drives and pioneers.
San Angelo, Texas
San Angelo (pop. 90,000) developed around Fort Concho in the 1860's. Today this is an agricultural area with wool, cotton, grain, and pecan production comprising most of the economy.
Fort Concho
This well preserved 1867 military post is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Twenty-three original and restored structures are located on 40 acres.
San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts
The center features permanent and changing exhibits of historical and contemporary art.
Children's Art Museum
The Art Museum features hands on, creative exhibits and activities for children.
Danner Museum of Telephony
The museum features antique phones, switchboards, and models of early phones.
Rusk, Texas
Rusk (pop. 4,300), established in 1846, features a number of restored old homes and structures. The Bonner Bank Building, Cherokee County's first bank, dates to 1865.The town is also known as the birthplace of James Stephen Hogg and Thomas Mitchell Campbell, the first two native Texans to serve as governor.
Gulf Coast Region
The Texas Gulf Coast region stretches from South Padre Valley to Rio Grande Valley, and from Beaumont to the Louisiana Border. This region is renowned for its wildlife and natural beauty, as well as the home of America's space program.
Quanah, Texas
Quanah is named for Quanah Parker, the last great Comanche war chief. He was the son of Cynthia Ann Parker, a white girl who was kidnapped from her family as a child and raised by the Indians. The town features a number of historic sites and buildings dating to the early 1900's.
Hardeman County Museum
The museum is housed in the 1891 jail and features displays related to the history of Quanah and Hardeman County.
Palestine, Texas
Palestine (pop. 20,000) was settled in 1840 when it was determined that the current county seat was not in the center of the county. As a response the new town of Palestine was created. The town displays more than 1800 historic markers with many old Victorian homes and museums.
Museum for East Texas Culture
Railroad artifacts, and other historical items are displayed at the Museum for East Texas Culture. The building which houses the museum is the 1915 schoolhouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Howard House Museum
Built in the 1880's, the Greek Revival style house is furnished in period and displays a variety of historical household items.
Nacogdoches, Texas
Nacogdoches (pop. 33,500), which claims to be the oldest town in Texas, is named for the Nacogdoches Indians. The town has a colorful history, as numerous landmarks and historic sites indicate.
Millard's Crossing
Millard's Crossing is a reconstructed village with 17 historic structures which represent various types of architecture. The buildings, dating from 1820 to 1905 and are furnished with antiques.
Sterne-Hoya Home
The oldest house in Nacogdoches, the Sterne-Hoya Home was built in 1828. It is the spot where Sam Houston was baptized Catholic, as was required by Mexico in order to be a landholder.
Old Nacogdoches University
Built in 1858, this was the first non-sectarian university in Texas. Today the university building houses a museum with period furnishings and historical artifacts.
Lufkin, Texas
The town's proximity to Angelina and Davy Crockett National Forests make it a good base for those interested in outdoor recreation. Golfing, fishing, and water sports are all popular activities in the area.
Texas Forestry Museum
The Texas Forestry museum is home to the story of the forests of Texas. The complexity of the natural resource, the legacy of the industry, and the current and future role of forest management practices can be explored through three galleries, outdoor exhibits, and an Urban wildscape Trail.
Museum of East Texas
The Museum of East Texas, housed in a 1905 Episcopal Church, features changing and permanent exhibits in art and history.
Ellen Trout Zoo
The Ellen Trout Zoo displays a wide variety of local and exotic birds and animals.
Crockett, Texas
Crockett (pop. 7,300) is named after Davy Crockett, who is said to have stopped at this location on his way to the Alamo. The town is home to several historic buildings.
Monroe-Crook House
Built in 1854 in Greek Revival style, the house is furnished in period and open to the public for tours.
Junction, Texas
The town of Junction (pop. 2,700) is popular with outdoor enthusiasts. Camping, fishing, canoeing, and hunting are all possible in this area. Some of these sports are available year round. Nearby South Llano River State Park is a 507 acre park along the South Llano River with camping facilities and hiking trails.
Kimble County Historical Museum
The museum displays items from the days of the early settlers, including farming equipment, documents, and military artifacts.
Jack County Museum, Jacksboro, Texas
The small town of Jacksboro (pop. 3,500) is home to the Jack County Museum. The museum is housed in the oldest home in Jack County and features period furnishings, pioneer items, and is a tribute to the area veterans.
Gainesville, Texas
Gainesville (pop. 15,000) was founded in 1850 and eventually grew into a cattle and cotton area. The town is also home to North Central Texas College.
Morton Museum of Cooke County
The museum offers displays on pioneer life, American Indians, as well as the natural history of the area.
Childress County Heritage Museum, Childress, Texas
Located in the old post office, the museum deals with the history of the town and the region, including maps, furniture, and photographs.
Heritage Museum, Paducah
Housed in the QA&P Railroad depot, the museum displays agricultural artifacts and photographs portraying the county's history.
Alto, Texas
Alto (pop. 1,000), the highest point between the Angelina and Neches rivers, is a tomato growing center.
Caddoan Mounds State Historic Site
This area was occupied by the Mound Builders of Caddoan between 800 and 1300 AD. A burial mound, two temple mounds, a borrow pit, and a replica of a Caddoan house can be seen at the site. There is also an interpretive center and interpretive trails.
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